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Things to do in Portsmouth, NH: 3 local trip ideas

3 ready-made day trips in Portsmouth, NH: cultural, foodie and hidden gems. Each one strings together a handful of stops in order.

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Cultural trip

A Cultural Journey in

5 stops · about 9 hr of stops · ~$143 per person

Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant performing arts scene of downtown Portsmouth with a perfectly sequenced walking route.

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    Popovers On the Square

    8 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Popovers On the Square, Portsmouth, NH

    Start with their legendary warm popovers served with sweet maple butter [1.1.7].

    ★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    Portsmouth Historical Society

    10 Middle Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Portsmouth Historical Society, Portsmouth, NH

    Explore local art exhibitions, watch a short orientation film, or join a guided historic walking tour.

    ★ 4.9 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    The Goods

    29 Vaughan Mall, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    The Goods, Portsmouth, NH

    A cozy, locally-owned spot downtown perfect for fresh, scratch-made wraps and gourmet sandwiches.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$18 per person · Directions
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    Strawbery Banke Museum

    14 Hancock St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Strawbery Banke Museum, Portsmouth, NH

    Step back in time at this 10-acre outdoor living history museum featuring restored homes and costumed interpreters.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 2 hr 30 min · ~$25 per person · Directions
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    Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club

    135 Congress Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Jimmy's Jazz & Blues Club, Portsmouth, NH

    Conclude your day in a spectacularly restored 1905 building for fine dining and world-class live performance.

    ★ 4.7 on Google · about 3 hr · ~$75 per person · Directions
Foodie trip

Historic Streets & Coastal Eats

5 stops · about 5 hr 15 min of stops · ~$142 per person

A walkable, culinary journey through downtown Portsmouth's historic streets, highlighting handcrafted European pastries, artisan spice blending, waterfront lobster rolls, and acclaimed New England small plates.

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    Elephantine Bakery

    10 Commercial Alley #2, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Elephantine Bakery, Portsmouth, NH

    Order the exceptionally flaky cardamom buns or wild mushroom croissants in a gorgeously designed, alleyway cafe.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    SKORDO

    19 Market St Unit B, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    SKORDO, Portsmouth, NH

    A fantastic shop for home cooks to smell and purchase handcrafted, small-batch New England spice blends and specialty ingredients.

    ★ 4.8 on Google · about 30 min · ~$20 per person · Directions
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    Geno's Chowder & Sandwich Shop

    177 Mechanic St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Geno's Chowder & Sandwich Shop, Portsmouth, NH

    A legendary, no-frills waterfront shack on the back channel serving phenomenal, fresh-picked lobster rolls and homemade whoopie pies.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$35 per person · Directions
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    Fezziwig's Food and Fountain

    112 State Street, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Fezziwig's Food and Fountain, Portsmouth, NH

    Pop in for an afternoon pick-me-up like a gourmet loose-leaf hot tea, specialty food gift, or an old-fashioned soda fountain treat.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 45 min · ~$12 per person · Directions
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    Moxy

    Downtown Portsmouth, 106 Penhallow St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Moxy, Portsmouth, NH

    End the day with award-winning Chef Matt Louis' taproom-style New England tapas, like their iconic beef short rib Johnny cakes.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$60 per person · Directions
Hidden Gems trip

A Locals-Only Loop Through Portsmouth

5 stops · about 6 hr 30 min of stops · ~$122 per person

Experience the quiet, historic side of Portsmouth with an authentic, non-touristy day exploring West End hidden gems, peaceful river islands, and local culinary mainstays.

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    White Heron Tea & Coffee

    601 Islington St #103, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    White Heron Tea & Coffee, Portsmouth, NH

    Start in the West End with locals grabbing organic chai and fresh egg sandwiches under solar-powered rafters.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr · ~$15 per person · Directions
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    The Goods

    29 Vaughan Mall, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    The Goods, Portsmouth, NH

    Walk east to this tucked-away local market for a mid-morning smoothie or scratch-made gluten-free pastry.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 45 min · ~$10 per person · Directions
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    Geno's Chowder & Sandwich Shop

    177 Mechanic St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Geno's Chowder & Sandwich Shop, Portsmouth, NH

    Walk to the historic South End for Portsmouth's best-kept lunch secret, offering exceptional lobster rolls on a waterfront deck.

    ★ 4.6 on Google · about 1 hr 15 min · ~$32 per person · Directions
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    Peirce Island

    Peirce Island Rd, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Peirce Island, Portsmouth, NH

    Just steps from Geno's, walk the dirt paths of Peirce Island to see the river currents and cross the footbridge to peaceful Four Tree Island.

    ★ 4.4 on Google · about 1 hr 30 min · Free · Directions
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    Black Trumpet

    29 Ceres St, Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA
    Black Trumpet, Portsmouth, NH

    End your loop overlooking the harbor in a cozy, historic brick building with locally sourced, seasonal farm-to-table dishes.

    ★ 4.5 on Google · about 2 hr · ~$65 per person · Directions

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